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Oak Brook, Il

Greater Chicago Area

There’s nothing more meaningful than a partner who cares about your security and well-being, who solidly supports you, who sticks with you through thick and through thin... a committed partner who’s there for you.When it comes to your health and wellness, that’s Allied... for you, for life.Founded over three decades ago, Allied is a national company that provides better health for members and their families while ensuring value for our clients. Allied’s programs and benefit services are designed and structured to infuse value on every front – for employers and HR departments, for plan members and their families, for healthcare providers, and for us. We’re in this together, committed to your future.

Greater Chicago Area

Realize your organizational goals through the one-of-a-kind solutions Sikich, a leading accounting, advisory, technology and managed services firm, brings to your unique challenges and needs. Whether your organization doesn’t have the resources for a full in-house HR department, or you simply want ongoing guidance from a human resources expert, Sikich HR Consultants are here to help! Complete customization and expertise for your organization is available including (just to name a few):- Workforce Planning and Strategy- Organizational Development- Recruiting- Compliance- Employee Relations- Performance Management- Training & Development

Westchester, Il

Tandem HR provides human resources outsource solutions for small to mid-size organizations throughout various industries, with agreements ranging from professional employer organization (PEO) partnerships to single HR project solutions.Senior HR Consultant responsible for growing and maintaining client loyalty to over 32 clients with ~1000 employees for HR services, employee relations and projects, with direct oversight for two HR Consultants.- Coordinated and influenced cross function team leaders to ensure a high level of client organizational effectiveness through HR projects: policy and handbook development, employee relations management coaching and training, employee retention initiatives, performance management and appraisal systems, training delivery, HRIS reporting, employee satisfaction surveys, compensation analysis, and leadership development and succession planning.- Trusted advisor to C-Suite, Owners and Execs for clients including multi location retail jeweler, IT consulting firm, REIT, property management business and start-up educational institutions.- Planned, developed, and delivered customized HR services by analyzing client needs and company objectives to develop appropriate processes and procedures resulting in increased client satisfaction and retention. Enhanced business performance by recommending HR solutions which improved critical business objectives, through annual project planning and delivery.- Led investigations and delivered detailed recommendations to clients, avoiding potential EEOC claims. Handled complaints, settled disputes, and resolved grievances and conflicts by negotiating with others.- Viewed as a business leader, provided expertise, coaching and development to HR Consultants across HR competencies, service consulting methodology and delivery. Monitored client service and profitability, as well as support business development opportunities.

Aurora, Il

Exide Technologies is a publicly traded, global leader of stored energy needs, providing services and systems that reduce risk of temporary power supply interruptions. Manufacturer and service provider for lead-acid batteries and more. HR Generalist for GNB Industrial Power Division employees across USA and Canada from pre-employment through exit. Conducted pre-employment, on-boarding, performance management, and termination and was main contact for employees regarding policy and procedure interpretation requests.- Administered leaves of absence including Disability, Worker’s Compensation and Family Medical Leave, including approving requests, verifying medical certifications, coordinating payroll, and return to work restrictions or release.- Led annual benefits open-enrollment meetings and serve as main point of contact for intermittent claim resolution with carriers.- Processed HRMS changes and semi-monthly payroll report.- Created and maintained records for AAP, OSHA, Headcount and Temporary Personnel and Salaried Personnel files.- Paired with Director of Engineering to recruit three engineers for special new battery design research program.- Supported VP of HR in Brazil expansion project by scheduling and submitting expenses for Brazil trips. Delivered orientation and handbook for Brazil VP.- Transitioned in-house Canadian payroll to third party administrator and reported taxes for Provincial and National Worker’s Compensation.

Chicago, Il

Aon Service Corporation is a global provider of risk management services, insurance and re-insurance brokerage, human capital and management consulting, and specialty insurance underwriting.Leave of Absence Specialist (2003-2005)- Administered Corporate Policy for Personal, FMLA, STD and Worker’s Compensation leaves.- Specialized in CA State Leaves, training new Specialists and on-going policy review and revision.Senior HR Payroll Analyst (2002-2003)- Headed up Beta LOA Group and ensured Corporate Policy compliance under Federal and State laws. - Created procedures, desk instructions and forms for LOA Group.HR Payroll Analyst (2000-2002)- Transitioned payrolls for three business acquisitions.- Processed HRMS employee changes.- Performed bi-weekly payroll entry for 1000+ employees.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Mental Health Counseling/Counselor

Bachelor Of Arts, Liberal Arts

Human Resources

High School